n his early career as a mechanical engineering professor at UC Berkeley, Tien distinguished himself by his love for students as well as brilliance in his field. That love would serve him well when he was called back to become Chancellor of his beloved university at a time when it was facing a financial and admissions crisis. Tien's success in swelling private contributions not only preserved Cal's high standards, but helped secure its place as the world's leading research university.
n his early career as a mechanical engineering professor at UC Berkeley, Tien distinguished himself by his love for students as well as brilliance in his field. That love would serve him well when he was called back to become Chancellor of his beloved university at a time when it was facing a financial and admissions crisis. Tien's success in swelling private contributions not only preserved Cal's high standards, but helped secure its place as the world's leading research university.